DS has the most revolting smelling breath

As the title says my DS (2.5 years) has the most revolting smelling breath. It has gotten really bad in the last week or so. It is so bad that I have to make myself not turn my head away - poor little guy.
His teeth and mouth are brushed twice a day by us. He doesn't have a dummy or security toy to chew/suck and doesn't suck his fingers. I can't see anything up his nose. He has also started dribbling a rediculous amount too so his mouth is absolutely not dry. He has full set of teeth. He isn't sick and doesn't appear to be getting sick. I'm just so lost :wall:
People are starting to comment and I'm completely at a loss what could be causing this or how to fix it. Poor little dude I just feel so sorry for him.

Any ideas/suggestions??

Thanks

My first thought is tonsils and a sore throat. Might also explain the increased saliva production.

^^ yep tonsilitis causes extremely bad breath. Was the only sign my gf knew when her DS had tonsilitis

There was another thread that bad breath was the only sign of tonsillitis do get him checked.

E gets the worst bad breath on the planet and while its sometimes that she isn't feeling well, her paed has said its mainly the result of her extremely poor diet. She's such a cuddly little bump but her breath is so bad that especially at the moment it can literally make me vomit. Feel awful pushing her away but normally gorgeous kisses from her are ick!

Has W's diet changed recently? Eating more of something or not something anymore? Apple is a natural breath freshener so you could give that a go. Dairy is bad for E's breath - if she has had more than the usual amount of cheese, yoghurt or icecream then she's pretty gross.

Lulu your reply has helped me. My 2nd son has shocking bad breath, he also brushes his teeth twice daily etc. He is my diary king though, loves yoghurt, milk, cheese so I think that must explain his bad breath. I know it isn't tonsilitis as he isn't unwell. Might have to encourage him to eat more apples.

Ah good old tonsilitis may have reared its head again - guess it's off to the drs for us tomorrow. That could also explain why he has been a quite whingy and clingy lately - not just because of his new brother.
His diet hasn't changed but definitely going to try more apples for both him and DD.
Thanks wonderful ladies :)

Yes, my guess is tonsillitis too. I find that to be the main cause of bad breath in little people. Interestingly, children who are more sensitive to dairy products are often the ones who are more prone to tonsillitis. Sometimes with reoccurring tonsillitis, small crypts can form in the tonsils, and these become filled with a smelly, cheesy substance, making the breath very unpleasant.

Good idea to see your GP to find out what's going on with your little one,

All the best,
xxx

You ladies are awesome!! I took DS to the doctors this morning and you were all right - severe case of tonsilitis. He is now on ab's so hopefully they will help him feel better. Feel terrible because he has a really bad case and needs to be re-checked in a few days to make sure he is getting better. No wonder he hasn't been sleeping and whingy.
Hopefully my little man will back to his usual gorgeous self in no time.
Thanks for your advice ladies!!

I'm so glad you took him to the dr, I didn't post but my money was on an infection lurking somewhere too. I hope he's feeling much better soon. :hug:

ETA - don't waste your energy on feeling guilty. You did the right thing and took him to the dr once you knew it was a possiblity and that's the main thing. BTW they often check a few days later with the little ones because sometimes the ABs need tweaking, the important thing is that' you're onto it now and he can get better.

Glad you saw the Dr and he's on the mend now. Don't feel bad, DS1 did the same thing to me about 2 years ago.

:-( So glad you found the source & it can be treated. My gf could never ever tell when her DS had tonsilitis, it was only ever the bad breath - he was well in every other way, so don't feel bad hun. I hope your DS gets well soon